Partners

Sustainability is integral to the vision of the HUM brand. It’s a value that we’re committed to progressing through new initiatives and strategies with like-minded allies. As we announced on Earth Day 2021, HUM is transitioning its packaging to 100 percent ocean-bound plastic to reduce plastic pollution and our own impact on the environment. Now, […]

Have dry, damaged hair? Here’s what could be causing it. Plus: how to repair damaged hair from the inside out with quick-fix tips. Good hair days can seem like they’re few and far between, especially when you have damaged hair. If your strands suffer from dryness, frizziness, dullness, thinning, or split ends, they could surely […]

Get to know the recipients of the 2021 HUM x Diversify Dietetics grant for BIPOC aspiring dietitians. At HUM, we always strive to support initiatives that are true to our values. Coming from and actively building a diverse team from the start, we know firsthand just how much a variety of voices brings to the […]

Is charcoal good for your skin? If so, what are the benefits? This guide to activated charcoal for skin has answers to these questions and more. Skincare trends come and go. But in terms of hyped-up ingredients, one of the power players with proven longevity—particularly for oily and acne-prone skin—is activated charcoal. To learn more […]

Our friends at innisfree teach us about the top green tea benefits for skin. Plus: How to shop for the best products that pack this antioxidant-rich powerhouse. Green tea is one of the healthiest drinks around. It’s championed in both Eastern and Western diets, boasting health benefits that extend to your heart, cognition, and more. […]

Statistics show that the field of dietetics lacks representation, which can have a ripple effect on the health of certain communities. Here’s a look at HUM’s ongoing collaboration with Diversify Dietetics, an organization committed to increasing representation in dietetics. Diversity—of all kinds—has been one of HUM’s core values since day one. We come from all […]

Nutritional psychiatrist Uma Naidoo, MD, shares what she eats on a typical day to naturally boost mental health. Have you ever wondered how to eat to improve your mood and mental health? I’m Uma Naidoo, MD, a Harvard-trained nutritional psychiatrist, chef, and Director of Nutritional and Lifestyle Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital. The Food Diary […]

Here’s a look at what Brazilian-inspired beauty brand Sol de Janeiro is all about. Plus: five self-care tips co-founder Camila Pierotti swears by. Sol de Janeiro co-founder and product innovation lead, Camila Pierotti, helped build a brand around indulgent skincare and hair products inspired by beauty secrets from her native Brazil. Each product’s formulation is rooted […]

We’re unpacking everything you should know when it comes to chemicals in tampons. Plus: the benefits of organic tampons and other feminine care considerations. Do you use tampons? Since an estimated 50 to 86 percent of all menstruating women in the United States do, let’s assume yes. Now, when’s the last time you thought about […]

Our friends at REN Clean Skincare teach us about the benefits of lactic acid, one of the best exfoliators for sensitive skin. We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: Regular exfoliation is key to achieve and maintain an even skin tone and healthy glow. That said, dry and sensitive skin types may be […]

Supergoop! founder Holly Thaggard shares her quest to revolutionize sunscreen. Sun safety may not be the sexiest topic, but it’s an incredibly important one. Yes, limited amounts of safe sun exposure are healthy to get vitamin D. Conversely, even with all of the well-documented risks of unsafe sun exposure, many people still don’t use adequate […]

The Glow Recipe founders discuss building their brand, the empowering effects of skincare, and staying positive and proactive under pressure. As the saying goes, Rome wasn’t built in a day. Neither was the success of Glow Recipe, a clean beauty brand inspired by fruit and fun. What initially began in 2014 as a curated site of […]